JVC Stereo System VS DT68V User Manual

COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
VS-DT88V/VS-DT68V  
Consists of CA-VSDT88V and SP-VSDT88V/Consists of CA-VSDT68V and SP-VSDT68V  
CA-VSDT88V SP-VSDT88V  
CA-VSDT68V SP-VSDT68V  
/
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
7
9
10  
MPX  
+10  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
PBC  
(
VCD No.  
9
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
AHB PRO  
BASS  
TREBLE  
PREV  
.
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
&
RETURN  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
PLA  
Y
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
OPEN  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
VOLUME  
SP-VSDT88V  
CA-VSDT88V  
SP-VSDT88V  
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
7
9
10  
MPX  
+10  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
PBC  
(
VCD No.  
9
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
AHB PRO  
BASS  
TREBLE  
PREV  
.
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
&
RETURN  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
PLA  
Y
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
OPEN  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
VOLUME  
SP-VSDT68V  
CA-VSDT68V  
SP-VSDT68V  
INSTRUCTIONS  
For Customer Use:  
Enter below the Model No. and Serial No.  
which are located either on the rear, bot-  
tom or side of the cabinet. Retain this  
information for future reference.  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
GVT0085-011A  
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Caution: Proper Ventilation  
To avoid risk of electric shock and fire, and to prevent damage, locate the apparatus as follows:  
1. Top: No obstructions and open spacing.  
2. Sides/ Front/ Back: No obstructions should be placed in the areas shown by the dimensions below.  
3. Bottom: Place on the level surface. Maintain an adequate air path for ventilation by placing on a stand with a height of  
10 cm or more.  
注意:正确通风  
为免发生触电和火灾的危险,及防止本机受损,请将本机如下放置:  
1. 顶部:没有障碍物及地方开阔。  
2. 侧面/前面/背面:在图中所示范围中,不应放置任何障碍物。  
3. 底部:放置在水平面上。放置在一个高 10 厘米或以上的台面上,以保持足够的通风通道。  
Front view  
15 cm  
15 cm  
1 cm  
1 cm  
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
15 cm  
15 cm  
15 cm  
15 cm  
1 cm  
1 cm  
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P
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C
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P
O
N
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(Vertical position)  
(垂直位置)  
(Horizontal position)  
(水平位置)  
10 cm  
10 cm  
CAUTION  
About the Internal Cooling Fan  
CAUTION  
1. Do not block the ventilation openings or holes.  
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper  
or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)  
2. Do not place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,  
on the apparatus.  
3. When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be con-  
sidered and local rules or laws governing the disposal of these  
batteries must be followed strictly.  
This unit includes an internal cooling fan, so as to allow for high-  
power operation within a small space.  
This fan comes on when the sound level is set high, and may also  
come on even at low sound levels if the internal temperature rises.  
To ensure effective fan operation, please leave at least 1 cm clear-  
ance on each side of the unit.  
4. Do not expose this apparatus to rain, moisture, dripping or splash-  
ing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be  
placed on the apparatus.  
注意  
关于内部冷却风扇  
本机内含一台内部冷却风扇,使高功率的操作可以在一个细小空间  
内进行音量水平设定为高时风扇会启动即使音量水平不高但  
机内温度提升时扇也可能会启动确保风扇能有效操作在  
本机的每一侧留有至少 1 cm 的空间。  
注意  
1. 请勿挡住通风口或孔。  
(如通风口或孔被报纸或布料挡住,热力将不能排出)  
2. 请勿将任何明火源,例如点燃的蜡烛,放在本设备上。  
3. 丢弃电池时,必须考虑环境问题并严格遵循当地有关丢弃此类电池  
的规定和法律。  
4. 切勿将本装置暴露于雨水所及、潮湿、滴水或易于溅起水花的地  
方,亦不要将任何装满液体的物体 (如花瓶)放置在本装置上。  
G-2  
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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing the JVC Compact Component System.  
We hope it will be a valued addition to your home, 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.  
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With the slot-loading CD mechanism, you can choose to place the System either vertically or horizontally.  
Many types of compact discs are sold for a variety of uses. The Video CD Player can play the following compact discs.  
Types of CD you can play:  
Video CD without Playback Control function: for audio and video (moving picture) reproduction.  
Video CD with Playback Control function: featuring menu-type operation and super-fine still pictures for audio  
and video (moving picture) reproduction.  
Digital Audio CD, finalized CD-R and CD-RW: for audio reproduction. You can play back your original CD-R or  
CD-RW recorded in Music CD format or recorded in MP3 format that is compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1 or Level 2.  
(However they may not be played back depending on their characteristics or recording conditions.)  
CDs you cannot play: Do not play SVCDs, DVDs, CD-ROMs, CD-G or CD-I Discs on this System. Playing CD-  
ROMs may generate a noise which can damage your speakers.  
The controls and operations have been redesigned to make them very easy to use, freeing you to  
just enjoy the music.  
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• With JVC’s COMPU PLAY you can turn on the System and automatically start the Radio or  
CD Player with a single touch.  
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The System incorporates Active Hyper Bass PRO circuitry to faithfully reproduce low frequency sounds.  
A 45-station preset capability (30 FM and 15 AM) in addition to auto-seek and manual tuning.  
CD options that include repeat, random and program play.  
Timer functions; Daily Timer and Sleep Timer.  
You can connect various external units, such as an MD recorder.  
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  
‘Basic Operations’, and not repeated under each function.  
• The names of buttons/controls and display messages are written in all capital letters: e.g. FM/AM, “CD NO DISC”.  
• 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.  
We have enjoyed making this manual for you, and hope it serves you in enjoying the many features built into your System.  
WARNINGS  
• DO NOT PUT ANYTHING ON THE PANEL. IF THE SYSTEM IS OPERATED WITH SOMETHING PUT  
ON THE PANEL, IT WILL BE DAMAGED WHEN YOU TRY TO OPEN THE PANEL.  
• SUPPLIED SPEAKERS ARE EXCLUSIVELY FOR THIS SYSTEM. USING WITH OTHER DEVICES WILL  
DAMAGE THE SPEAKERS.  
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS  
Installation of the System  
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• Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor too cold. (Between 5°C and 35°C.)  
• Leave sufficient distance between the System and a TV.  
• Do not use the System in a place subject to vibrations.  
Power cord  
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!  
2
• Some power is always consumed as long as the power cord is connected to the wall outlet.  
• When unplugging the System from the wall outlet, always pull the plug, not the power cord.  
Malfunctions, etc.  
3
• 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.  
• Do not insert your hand between the Panel and the main body when the Panel is being closed.  
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Table of Contents  
Getting Started ...................................................................................................3  
Accessories .........................................................................................................................................3  
How to put Batteries in the Remote Control ......................................................................................3  
Connecting the FM Antenna...............................................................................................................4  
Connecting the AM Antenna..............................................................................................................5  
Connecting the Speakers ....................................................................................................................6  
Connecting a Subwoofer ....................................................................................................................7  
Connecting a TV.................................................................................................................................7  
Connecting External Equipment.........................................................................................................7  
Connecting an MD Recorder, etc (Digital Output) ............................................................................8  
Connecting the AC Power Cord .........................................................................................................8  
Installing the Unit on the Stand ..........................................................................................................8  
Installing the Equipment on the Wall.................................................................................................9  
Changing the Display and Control Buttons Settings........................................................................10  
Using the Remote Control ................................................................................................................11  
COMPU Play....................................................................................................................................11  
Basic Operations ............................................................................................. 12  
Turning the Power On and Off.........................................................................................................12  
Adjusting the Brightness (DIMMER) ..............................................................................................12  
Changing the Color (COLOR) (VS-DT88V only)...........................................................................13  
Adjusting the Volume.......................................................................................................................13  
Reinforcing the Bass Sound (AHB PRO).........................................................................................14  
Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE).......................................................................................................14  
Showing the Time (DISPLAY) ........................................................................................................14  
Using the Tuner................................................................................................15  
Tuning In a Station ...........................................................................................................................15  
Presetting Stations ............................................................................................................................16  
To Change the FM Reception Mode ................................................................................................16  
Using the CD Player.........................................................................................17  
MP3 Introduction..............................................................................................................................17  
To Insert a CD ..................................................................................................................................19  
To Unload a CD................................................................................................................................19  
Basics of Using the CD Player — Normal Play...............................................................................19  
Programming the Playing Order of the Tracks.................................................................................20  
Random Play.....................................................................................................................................21  
Repeating Tracks ..............................................................................................................................21  
Child Lock ........................................................................................................................................21  
Using the Video CD Player (Video CDs).........................................................22  
Setting the TV System......................................................................................................................22  
Selecting the Audio Channel ............................................................................................................22  
Playing Video CDs with PBC Function ...........................................................................................23  
Playing Video CDs with PBC Function without Using the Menu Screen (PBC OFF)....................24  
Playing Video CDs without the PBC Function ................................................................................24  
Various Functions to Enhance Your Enjoyment ..............................................................................25  
Using External Equipment .............................................................................. 26  
Listening to External Equipment......................................................................................................26  
Recording the System’s Source to External Equipment...................................................................26  
Using the Timers..............................................................................................27  
Setting the Clock ..............................................................................................................................27  
Setting the Daily Timer ....................................................................................................................28  
Setting the Sleep Timer ....................................................................................................................29  
Care and Maintenance.....................................................................................30  
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................31  
Specifications...................................................................................................32  
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Getting Started  
Accessories  
Make sure that you have all of the following items, which are supplied with the System.  
Power Cord (1)  
AM Loop Antenna (1)  
Remote Control (1)  
Batteries (2)  
FM Wire Antenna (1)  
Speaker Cords (2)  
Video Cord (1)  
Stand (1) (for Center Unit)  
Legs (2) (for Stand)  
Screw (1) (for Stand)  
Paper Pattern (1)  
If any of these items are missing, contact your dealer immediately.  
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)  
CAUTION:  
• Handle batteries properly.  
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To avoid battery leakage or explosion:  
• Remove batteries when the Remote Control will not be used for a long time.  
• When you need to replace the batteries, replace both batteries at the same time with new ones.  
• Do not use an old battery with a new one.  
• Do not use different types of batteries together.  
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Getting Started  
CAUTION:  
• Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power outlet.  
(Only if you install the Center Unit vertically)  
• To place the Center Unit vertically, the Stand and Legs must be  
attached. (See page 8.) To make connections, let the cords pass in  
the holes of the Stand as shown in the diagram before attaching the  
Stand and Legs.  
Connecting the FM Antenna  
Rear Panel of the Center Unit  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANTENNA  
FM  
(75  
)
COAXIAL  
H
V
R
L
AM  
DISP.SET  
LOOP  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE  
4
16  
SUB  
WOOFER  
MD/AUX  
OUT  
IN  
AM  
EXT  
AC IN  
If reception is poor, connect the outdoor antenna.  
Using the Supplied Wire Antenna  
FM wire antenna (supplied)  
FM outdoor  
antenna  
(not supplied)  
Coaxial cable  
Using the Coaxial Type Connector  
(Not Supplied)  
A 75 antenna with coaxial type connector (IEC or DIN45  
325) should be connected to the FM 75 COAXIAL termi-  
nal.  
• Before attaching a 75 coaxial lead (the kind with a  
round wire going to an outdoor antenna), disconnect the  
supplied FM Wire Antenna.  
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Getting Started  
Connecting the AM Antenna  
Rear Panel of the Center Unit  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANTENNA  
FM  
(75  
)
COAXIAL  
H
V
R
L
AM  
DISP.SET  
LOOP  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE  
4
16  
SUB  
WOOFER  
MD/AUX  
OUT  
IN  
AM  
EXT  
AC IN  
AM loop antenna (supplied)  
ANTENNA  
FM  
(
)
75  
COAXIAL  
AM  
LOOP  
AM  
EXT  
Outdoor single vinyl-  
covered wire  
(not supplied)  
Attach the AM loop to its base by snapping the tabs  
on the loop into the slot in the base.  
Turn the loop until you have the best reception.  
• The AM loop antenna can be attached to a wall.  
Screw (not supplied)  
• If the AM loop antenna wire is covered with vinyl, remove the vinyl by twisting it as shown in the diagram.  
• Make sure the antenna conductors do not touch any other terminals, connecting cords and power cord.  
This could cause poor reception.  
• If reception is poor, connect an outdoor single vinyl-covered wire to the AM EXT terminal. (Keep the AM loop  
antenna connected.)  
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Getting Started  
CAUTIONS:  
• Make all connections before plugging the System into an AC power outlet.  
• Handling the speakers  
As this is a precision instrument, handle it carefully so as to protect it from shocks.  
Connecting the Speakers  
These speakers are exclusively for this system. Using with other devices will damage the speakers.  
1. Open each of the terminals to connect the speaker wire leads.  
2. Connect the speaker cords between the Speaker terminals of the Unit and the terminals of the Speakers.  
Connect the cords with a black line to the (–) terminals and cords without a black line to the (+) terminals.  
3. Close each of the terminals to securely connect the cords.  
Right side (rear view)  
Marked with a black line  
Left side (rear view)  
SPEAKERS  
R
L
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 4 16  
• Since both speakers are the same, you can put either one to the right or left side.  
• Do not connect other speakers to the Unit. The difference of the load impedance causes failures.  
• Do not use the supplied speakers in parallel with other speakers.  
CAUTION:  
• Although the speakers have internal magnetic shieldings, a TV may display irregular colors if  
located near the speakers. If this happens, set the speakers away from the TV.  
(SP-VSDT88V)  
Removing the speaker grilles  
(SP-VSDT68V)  
The speaker grilles can be removed.  
When removing:  
1. Pull the bottom towards you with your fingers.  
2. Also pull the top towords you.  
When attaching the speaker grilles:  
(SP-VSDT88V)  
Attach the speaker grilles as shown in the diagram.  
(SP-VSDT68V)  
Speaker  
grille  
Speaker  
grille  
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Getting Started  
Connecting a Subwoofer  
Connect a signal cord (not supplied) between the System’s SUBWOOFER terminal and the input terminal of an external sub-  
woofer.  
Subwoofer (not supplied)  
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANTENNA  
FM  
Signal cord (not supplied)  
(75  
)
COAXIAL  
AM  
LOOP  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
SUB  
WOOFER  
MD/AUX  
OUT  
IN  
AM  
EXT  
Connecting a TV  
Connect a video cord (supplied) between the System’s VIDEO OUT terminal and the video input jack of your TV.  
• Do not connect a cable between the MD/AUX-OUT terminal and the audio input terminal of an external TV. If it is connected,  
noise may be generated depending on the TV to be used.  
Video cord (supplied)  
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANTENNA  
FM  
(75  
)
COAXIAL  
AM  
LOOP  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
Pin-plug  
SUB  
WOOFER  
MD/AUX  
OUT  
IN  
AM  
EXT  
TV (not supplied)  
Connecting External Equipment  
Connect signal cords (not supplied) between the System’s MD/AUX-OUT/IN terminals and the output/input terminals of the  
external MD recorder, tape deck, etc.  
You can then listen to the external source through the System or record the System’s CD player or tuner to the external unit.  
Signal cord (not supplied)  
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANTENNA  
FM  
(75  
)
COAXIAL  
Stereo mini-plug  
Stereo mini-plug  
Pin-plug x 2  
Signal cord (not supplied)  
AM  
LOOP  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
SUB  
WOOFER  
MD/AUX  
MD recorder or tape deck  
(not supplied)  
OUT  
IN  
AM  
EXT  
Pin-plug x 2  
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Getting Started  
Connecting an MD Recorder, etc (Digital Output)  
Remove the cap and connect an optical digital cord (not supplied) between the System’s CD DIGITAL OUT terminal and the  
input terminal of the MD recorder, etc.  
You can record the digital output signal from the System’s CD Player to the MD recorder, etc.  
Cap  
MD recorder, etc. (not supplied)  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
Optical digital cord (not supplied)  
Connecting the AC Power Cord  
Firmly insert the supplied AC power cord into the ~ AC IN terminal on the back of the Unit.  
CAUTIONS:  
AC IN  
• ONLY USE THE JVC POWER CORD PROVIDED WITH THIS SYSTEM  
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.  
Power cord  
Installing the Unit on the Stand  
You can place the Unit vertically by attaching the supplied Stand.  
Attach the Stand to the Unit and tighten the screw.  
Attach the Legs to the Stand.  
Screw (supplied)  
Stand (supplied)  
Back of the Leg  
Legs (supplied)  
• Avoid an unstable place when placing the Unit vertically. Select a place on the level surface.  
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Getting Started  
Installing the Equipment on the Wall  
The Center Unit and Speakers can be attached to a wall.  
CAUTIONS:  
Attachment to a wall  
• The Center Unit weighs approximately 4.3 kg. When its buttons are operated, an additional force will be  
applied to it in the downward direction. Therefore, sufficient care must be taken when attaching to a wall  
to prevent any accidents caused by the Center Unit’s falling off the wall.  
• Before attaching the Center Unit to the wall, check the wall and other related aspects, and verify whether  
the strength of the wall will be sufficient not only to support the weight of the Center Unit itself but also  
to withstand the additional downward force which will be applied to it during operation. (Do not attach  
the Center Unit to a plywood or plasterboard wall. The Center Unit may fall and sustain damage as a re-  
sult.) If you do not know the strength of the wall and other aspects, consult a qualified service person  
(such as a qualified constructor).  
• The screws needed for attachment are not supplied. Use screws which are compatible with the strength  
and material of the pillar or wall.  
• When attaching the Center Unit, the screws must be secured tightly in all three locations. Attaching the  
Center Unit to the wall by making only one or two holes for the screws makes for an unstable attachment  
and causes a safety hazard as the Center Unit may fall down.  
Location of attachment to a wall  
• Care is required in selecting a location for attaching the Center Unit to the wall. Injury to personnel, or  
damage to the Center Unit, may result if the Center Unit is attached in a location which interferes with  
daily activities or a location that the users are liable to knock their bodies or heads against.  
• Avoid a location above a bed, sofa, water tank, sink, etc. or in a passage.  
Example of attachment (Center Unit)  
The procedure below is intended merely to illustrate how the  
Center Unit can be attached to a wall and does not make any  
guarantees for safety while using the Center Unit on a wall.  
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Take into account such factors as the material and strength of  
the wall, the status of the reinforcing material, and the possible  
changes that will take place over time.  
• The cords must be connected to the Center Unit before  
attaching to a wall. (See page 4.)  
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1. Select the place where the Center Unit is to be attached.  
2. Mount three screws (not supplied) on the wall. (See the dia-  
gram below for the details of the size.)  
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• The supplied paper pattern will assist in determining the  
positions of the screws.  
Wall  
6 - 7 mm  
Screw (not supplied)  
Slide to left, then down.  
6 - 9 mm  
3 mm  
Within 3 mm  
4
20 - 30 mm  
3. Hook the Center Unit onto the attached screws.  
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
4. Slide the Center Unit to the side, and secure it.  
• Adjust the screws if the Center Unit is not attached firmly.  
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Getting Started  
Example of attachment (Speakers) (SP-VSDT68V only)  
The speakers can be attached to a wall.  
Attach a screw (not supplied) on the wall, then hook the speaker onto  
the screw.  
Wall  
• Do not place anything on top of the Center Unit. Doing so may cause the Center Unit to fall, causing malfunctioning and/or injury.  
• Do not climb onto the Center Unit or hang from it. Doing so may damage the Center Unit and/or cause injury. Special care  
must be taken in this respect when there are small children in the home.  
• Avoid sandwiching the cords between the Center Unit and wall. This may upset the Center Unit’s balance, causing the Center  
Unit to fall.  
• Make sure that the cords will not interfere with daily activities and that the users will not trip over them. Do not pull the  
connected cords with excessive force.  
• Check regularly that none of the screws are loose.  
• In the event that the Center Unit has fallen, turn off the power, disconnect its power plug from the power outlet, and contact  
your dealer for an inspection and repairs. Continued use of the Center Unit may result in a fire or electric shocks.  
• Do not place valuables (breakables) underneath the location where the Center Unit is attached. They will be damaged if the  
Center Unit should fall.  
• The manufacturer accepts absolutely no liability for any accidents or damage resulting from inadequate assembly or  
mounting, insufficient strength of attachment, misuse or abuse, or natural disasters.  
Now you can plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet, and your System is at your  
command!  
Before operating, verify that the display shows the clock. If malfunctions may occur,  
re-connect the power cord.  
Changing the Display and Control Buttons Settings  
You can change the direction of the characters and symbols on the display  
and the assignment of the functions to each control button on the Unit.  
Change the settings depending on whether the Unit is placed vertically or  
horizontally. The factory setting is V.  
DISP.SET  
SPEAKERS  
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANTENNA  
FM  
(75  
)
COAXIAL  
H
V
R
L
AM  
DISP.SET  
LOOP  
CD DIGITAL  
OUT  
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE  
4
16  
SUB  
WOOFER  
MD/AUX  
OUT  
IN  
AM  
EXT  
AC IN  
When the Unit is placed vertically  
Set the DISP.SET switch to V.  
When the Unit is placed horizontally  
Set the DISP.SET switch to H.  
H
V
H
V
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
DISP.SET  
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
DISP.SET  
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
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CAUTION:  
• Be sure to turn off the System when changing the settings.  
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Getting Started  
Using the Remote Control  
The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the System from a distance of up to 7 m away.  
The remote sensor at which you need to point the Remote Control differs depending on whether the Unit is placed vertically  
or horizontally.  
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Remote sensor (when the Unit is placed horizontally)  
The maximum operating distance becomes short  
when the Panel is opened.  
Remote sensor (when the Unit is placed vertically)  
• Make sure that the “DISP.SET” switch on the rear of the Unit is set correctly.  
COMPU Play  
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, turn on the radio, or listen to an external equipment 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 Remote Control  
CD SELECT 3/8 button  
FM/AM button  
MD/AUX button  
On the Unit  
SELECT 3/8 button  
SOURCE button  
The indicators for the buttons are invisible in Standby mode.  
Check the position of the buttons while the System is turned on.  
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Basic Operations  
Operation indicators  
Panel  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
9
7
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
10  
MPX  
+10  
% indicator  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
PBC  
VCD No.  
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
AHB PRO  
PREV.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
VOL +/–  
AHB PRO  
BASS  
TREBLE  
DIMMER  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
RETURN  
DIMMER  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
SLEEP  
PLAY  
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
DISPLAY  
OPEN  
VOLUME +/–  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
COLOR  
(VS-DT88V  
only)  
VOLUME  
Illumination  
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
CD-in indicator  
While a disc is loaded in the Unit, the CD-in indicator  
appears on the display.  
Turning the Power On and Off  
Turning the System On  
Press the % button.  
The display comes on and HELLOappears once. The op-  
eration indicators appear on the Panel. (The Panel opens au-  
tomatically if the Unit is placed vertically and the DISP.SET  
switch on the rear of the Unit is set to V.)  
The CD-in indicator appears while using the Tuner or  
external equipment and does not appear during CD  
operations.  
The System comes on ready to continue in the mode it was  
in when the power was last turned off.  
I For example, if the last thing you were doing was listen-  
ing to a CD, you are now ready to listen to a CD again. If  
you wish, you can change to another source.  
Adjusting the Brightness  
(DIMMER)  
I If you were listening to the Tuner last, the Tuner comes  
on playing the station it was last set to.  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can adjust the brightness of the backlighting for the dis-  
play and the illumination on the cover.  
Turning the System Off  
Press the % button again.  
The Panel closes if it has been opened.  
GOOD BYEappears and the display goes out, except for  
the clock display. The % indicator (red) remains lit and the  
rest of the operation indicators go out.  
When the System is Turned On  
Each time you press the DIMMER button, the brightness of  
the backlighting and the illumination on the cover change as  
follows:  
I Some power is always consumed even though power is  
turned off (called Standby mode).  
Display  
Backlighting  
Bright  
Illumination  
Bright  
I To switch off the System completely, unplug the AC  
power cord from the wall outlet. When you unplug the  
AC power cord, the clock will be reset to 0:00 after about  
20 minutes.  
DIMMER OFF  
DIMMER 1  
DIMMER 2  
Slightly Dark  
Dark  
Slightly Dark  
Off  
Power Save Mode  
You can reduce the power consumption in Standby  
mode.  
Press the DISPLAY button on the Remote Control when  
the System is turned off.  
The clock display goes out.  
• When the System is turned off once, then turned on again,  
the brightness setting will be restored to the previous one  
since the setting is stored in memory.  
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Basic Operations  
Changing the Color (COLOR)  
(VS-DT88V only)  
Adjusting the Volume  
To increase the volume, press the VOLUME + button on the  
Remote Control (or the VOL + button on the Unit).  
To decrease the volume, press the VOLUME button on  
the Remote Control (or the VOL button on the Unit).  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can change the color of the illumination on the Unit.  
Press the % button to turn on the Sys-  
tem.  
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Press the COLOR button.  
RANDOM COLORappears.  
2
You can adjust the volume level between 0 and 50.  
CAUTION:  
Press the  
setting of your choice.  
or  
button to select the  
3
• DO NOT turn off the System with the vol-  
ume set to an extremely high level; other-  
wise a sudden blast of sound could damage  
your hearing, speakers and/or headphones  
when you turn on the System or start play-  
ing any source next time.  
The color changes as follows:  
(Blue) (Red)  
RANDOM COLOR: The color changes randomly.  
REMEMBER you cannot adjust the volume  
level while the System is in Standby mode.  
B | R:  
(Blue) (Red)  
The color between blue and  
red is selectable in 16 steps  
using the > or < button.  
For private listening  
Connect a pair of headphones to the PHONES jack. No  
sound comes out of the speakers.  
GRADATION:  
The color changes gradually  
between blue and red.  
Be sure to decrease the volume before connecting or putting  
on headphones.  
PHONES  
PHONES  
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Basic Operations  
Reinforcing the Bass Sound  
(AHB PRO)  
Showing the Time (DISPLAY)  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can show the current time on the display.  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can reinforce the bass sound to maintain rich, full bass  
at low volume.  
To get the effect, press the AHB (Active Hyper Bass)  
PRO button.  
To display the clock, press the DISPLAY button.  
To return to the previous mode, press the same button  
again.  
The AHB PROindicator appears on the display.  
To cancel the effect, press the button again.  
The AHB PROindicator goes out.  
Tone Control (BASS/TREBLE)  
• To let the clock work, you need to set the clock first. (See  
“Setting the Clock” on page 27.)  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can control the tone by changing the bass and treble.  
BASS Control  
You can adjust the bass level (low frequency range level)  
between 5 and +5. (0: Flat)  
Press the BASS button.  
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BASS  
Press the  
to adjust the bass level.  
or  
button  
SET  
2
TREBLE Control  
You can adjust the treble level (high frequency range level)  
between 5 and +5. (0: Flat)  
Press the TREBLE button.  
1
TREBLE  
Press the  
to adjust the treble level.  
or  
button  
SET  
2
• Press the  
or  
button within 5 seconds to adjust the  
level after pressing the BASS or TREBLE button.  
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Using the Tuner  
SOURCE  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
Number  
Buttons  
FM/AM  
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
9
7
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
10  
MPX  
+10  
+10  
CANCEL  
SET  
VCD No.  
PBC  
VCD No.  
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
AHB PRO  
PREV.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
PREV. NEXT  
VOL +/–  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
PREV.  
NEXT  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
RETURN  
DIMMER  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
Band display, Frequency display, Preset channel  
REPEAT  
SLEEP  
PLAY  
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
FM MODE  
OPEN  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
VOLUME  
STEREO MONO  
FM mode indicators  
* When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.  
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.  
You can listen to FM and AM stations. Stations can be tuned  
in manually, automatically, or from preset memory storage.  
One Touch Radio  
Press the FM/AM button on the Remote Control to turn on the  
System and start playing the station you were last tuned to.  
I Before listening to the radio:  
Make sure that both the FM and AM antennas are  
I You can switch from any other sound source to the radio  
by pressing the FM/AM button on the Remote Control (or  
the SOURCE button on the Unit).  
correctly connected. (See page 4 and 5.)  
Setting the AM Tuner Interval Spacing  
When shipped, the AM tuner interval is set to 10 kHz  
spacing.  
Tuning In a Station  
You can change it to 9 kHz spacing.  
I Before proceeding:  
1. Tune in AM stations to check the AM tuner interval  
(10 kHz or 9 kHz spacing).  
2. Check the positions of the VOL +/and % buttons on  
the Unit.  
3. Turn off the System.  
Press the FM/AM button.  
The Band and Frequency you were last tuned to appear  
on the display.  
(If the last station was selected using the preset number,  
the preset number appears first.)  
Each time you press the button, the band alternates be-  
tween FM and AM.  
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To select 9 kHz intervals, while holding down the  
VOL button on the Unit, press the % button on the Unit.  
The Unit turns on and AM 531kHzwill appear on the dis-  
play.  
FM/AM  
AM  
FM  
To select 10 kHz intervals, while holding down the  
VOL + button on the Unit, press the % button on the Unit.  
The Unit turns on and AM 530kHzwill appear on the dis-  
play (at the same time, the 100 kHz spacing is selected for  
FM broadcast).  
(on the Remote Control)  
GUsing the SOURCE button on the Unit  
Each time you press the button, the sound source  
changes.  
[9 kHz Intervals]  
[10 kHz Intervals]  
VOL  
SOURCE  
VOL  
FM  
AM  
MD/AUX  
(on the Unit)  
Select a station using one of the follow-  
ing methods.  
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• When you change the setting, the preset stations are  
erased. You will need to preset the stations again. (See  
page 16.)  
GManual Tuning  
Press the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ (  
or  
) but-  
ton repeatedly to move from frequency to frequency  
until you find the station you want.  
OR  
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Using the Tuner  
G Auto Tuning  
Press the SET button.  
SETwill blink for 5 seconds.  
Within 5 seconds, proceed to the next step.  
When SETstops blinking and disappears after  
5 seconds, press the SET button again.  
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If you press and hold the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢  
(
or  
) button for one second or more, the fre-  
quency changes down, or up, automatically until a  
station is found.  
OR  
G Preset Tuning using the Remote Control  
(Possible only after presetting stations)  
Select the desired preset number using the Number  
buttons on the Remote Control. (For the preset num-  
ber more than 10, press the +10 button then the Num-  
ber button.) After 1 second the display will show the  
preset numbers band and frequency.  
Press the > or < button within 5 seconds  
to select the preset number.  
> or < button:  
Increase or decrease the preset  
number by 1.  
Pressing and holding the button  
will rapidly increase or decrease  
the preset number.  
Example:  
Press the SET button within 5 seconds.  
STOREDappears and after 2 seconds, the display re-  
turns to the broadcast frequency display.  
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Press the +10 button then the 2 button continuously.  
The preset number 12 P12appears.  
2
+10  
Repeat above steps 1 to 5 for each sta-  
tion you want to store in memory with a  
preset number.  
(After 1 second)  
To change the preset stations, repeat the same  
steps as above.  
• In AM broadcast, reception sensitivity will be changed by  
turning the AM loop antenna. Turn the AM loop antenna  
for best reception.  
CAUTION:  
Even if the system is unplugged or if the  
power failure occurs, the preset stations  
will be stored for about 24 hours. However,  
in case the preset stations are erased, you  
will need to preset the stations again.  
Presetting Stations  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can preset up to 30 FM stations and up to 15 AM sta-  
tions.  
To Change the FM Reception  
Mode  
(Using the Remote Control)  
• Preset numbers may have been set to factory test  
frequencies prior to shipment. This is not a malfunction.  
You can preset the stations you want into memory by  
following one of the presetting methods below.  
When you are tuned into an FM stereo broadcast, the  
STEREOindicator appears and you can hear stereo  
effects.  
If an FM stereo broadcast is hard to receive or noisy, you  
can select Monaural mode. Reception improves, but you  
lose stereo effect.  
Manual Presetting  
Press the FM MODE button so that the MONO”  
indicator appears on the display.  
SET  
SET  
STORED  
SET  
VCD No.  
VCD No.  
FM/AM  
PREV.  
NEXT  
FM  
MODE  
or  
When changing  
the Band  
FM = 30, AM = 15  
MONO  
Select a band by pressing the FM/AM  
button.  
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2
To restore the stereo effect, press the FM MODE  
button so that the MONOindicator goes out.  
Press the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢  
(
or ) button to tune in a station.  
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Using the CD Player  
Panel  
PREV.  
NEXT  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
Number  
buttons  
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
9
7
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
10  
+10  
+10  
MPX  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
VCD No.  
PBC  
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
SELECT  
AHB PRO  
PREV.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
SET  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
PREV.  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
RETURN  
DIMMER  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
SLEEP  
Track number, Playing time, Preset number  
REPEAT  
PLAY  
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
PLAY  
OPEN  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
MODE  
VOLUME  
OPEN  
/CLOSE  
PROGRAM RANDOM  
ALL  
Play mode indicators Repeat indicators  
* When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.  
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.  
You can use Normal, Random, Program or Repeat play.  
Repeat Play can repeat all the tracks or just one of the tracks  
on the CD.  
MP3 Introduction  
Here are the basic things you need to know to play a CD and  
locate the different tracks on it.  
What is MP3?  
MP3 is an abbreviation of Motion Picture Experts Group 1  
(or MPEG-1) Audio Layer 3. MP3 is simply a file format  
with a data compression ratio of 1:10 (128 kbps*). By using  
MP3 format, one CD-R or CD-RW can contain 10 times as  
much data volume as a regular CD can.  
* Bit rate is the average number of bits that one second of  
audio data will consume. The unit used is kbps (1,000  
bits per second). To get a better audio quality, choose a  
higher bit rate. The most popular bit rate for encoding  
(recording) is 128 kbps.  
This unit has been designed to play back the following  
CDs:  
CD  
CD-R  
CD-RW  
MP3 discs (MP3 files recorded on a CD-R or  
CD-RW)  
When playing a CD-R or CD-RW  
You can play back finalized CD-R or CD-RW record-  
ed in Music CD format or recorded in MP3 format.  
MP3 disc structure  
I You can play back CD-R or CD-RW like CD.  
On an MP3 disc, each song (material) is recorded as a file.  
Files are grouped into a directory (or folder). Directories  
can also include other directories, creating hierarchical  
directory layers. (See How are MP3 files recorded and  
played back?on page 18.)  
I 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.  
I The reflection factor of CD-RW is lower than that of  
other CD, possibly causing CD-RW to take longer to  
read.  
This unit manages files and directories as tracksand  
groups. This unit can recognise up to 255 tracks and up to  
64 groups per disc. The unit ignores those exceeding the  
maximum numbers and cannot play them back.  
I When both audio CD format tracks and MP3 files are  
recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW, this unit plays back  
only one of them which is recognised first.  
• MP3 discs (either CD-R or CD-RW) require a longer  
readout time. (It differs due to the complexity of the group/  
file configuration.)  
• When making an MP3 disc, select ISO 9660 Level 1 or  
Level 2 as the disc format.  
• This unit does not support multisession recording.  
• This unit can play MP3 files only with the following file  
extensions — “.MP3”, “.Mp3”, “.mP3”, and “.mp3”.  
• Files other than MP3 are ignored.  
• Some MP3 discs may not be played back because of their  
disc characteristics or recording conditions.  
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Using the CD Player  
How are MP3 files recorded and played  
back?  
MP3 group/track configuration:  
MP3 tracks (files)can be recorded in groups” — folders  
or directories, in PC terminology.  
Hierarchy  
During recording, the tracks and groups can be arranged  
similarly to the tracks and folders/directories of computer  
data. Rootis similar to the root of a tree. Every track and  
group can be linked to the root.  
Root  
1
In compliance with ISO 9660, the maximum allowable  
depth of nested directories so called hierarchy” — is  
eight (inclusive of the root).  
2
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Playback order, track search order, and group search order  
of the MP3 tracks recorded on a disc are determined by the  
writing (or encoding) application; therefore, playback order  
may be different from the one you have intended while re-  
cording the groups and the tracks.  
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The illustration shows an ordinary example of how MP3  
tracks are recorded on a CD-R or CD-RW, how they are  
played back and how they are searched for on this unit.  
*
The numbers in circles next to the MP3 tracks (  
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indicate the playback order and search order of the MP3  
tracks. Normally this unit plays back MP3 tracks in the  
recorded order.  
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The numbers inside the groups indicate the playback  
order and search order of the groups on an MP3 disc.  
Normally this unit plays back MP3 tracks in the groups  
in the recorded order.  
The groups marked with asterisk (*) will be skipped  
since they do not include any MP3 tracks.  
5
6
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Groups  
1
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Using the CD Player  
The Quickest Way to Start a CD is with the One  
Touch Operation  
To Unload a CD  
I Press the CD SELECT 3¥8 button on the Remote Con-  
trol.  
The power is automatically turned on. If a CD is  
already inserted, it will start playing from the first  
track.  
If no CD is inserted, CD NO DISCappears on the  
display and the CD Player remains in Stop mode.  
(Using the Unit)  
Press the 0 button to unload a CD. The CD is unloaded  
automatically, then take out the CD.  
(when the Unit is placed  
horizontally)  
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COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
(when the Unit is placed  
vertically)  
Press the % button.  
(When the Unit is placed vertically)  
The Panel opens automatically.  
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(When the Unit is placed horizontally)  
To open the Panel, press the 0 button on the Unit or the  
OPEN/CLOSE button on the Remote Control.  
Basics of Using the CD Player  
— Normal Play  
Insert a CD into the loading slot, with its  
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label side front or up as shown below.  
To Play Audio CDs or Video CDs  
Label side (when the Unit  
is placed horizontally)  
The display explained here is for digital audio CDs.  
When a video CD is played, VCDwill appear instead  
of CD.  
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PREV.  
Insert a CD.  
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VOL  
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
Press the CD SELECT 3/8 button on the  
Remote Control (or the SELECT 3/8  
button on the Unit).  
2
Label side (when the Unit  
is placed vertically)  
The first track of the CD begins playing.  
I An 8 cm CD cannot be played back in this Unit. (Do not  
attempt to insert an 8 cm CD using an adapter. Doing so  
will damage the Unit.)  
I If the CD cannot be read correctly (because it is scratched  
or loaded upside down, for example), CANNOT PLAY”  
appears on the display.  
Track number  
Playback time  
The CD Player automatically stops when the last  
track of the CD has finished playing.  
I You can insert a CD while listening to the other source.  
To stop playing the CD, press the 7 button.  
CAUTIONS:  
The following information for the CD appears.  
DO NOT try to open or close the Panel by  
hands as it will be damaged. Press the  
OPEN/CLOSE button on the Remote Con-  
trol to open or close the Panel.  
Total track number  
Total playback time  
DO NOT try to insert another CD when a CD  
has been already loaded in the Unit. Doing  
so will damage the CDs and the Unit.  
To stop playing and remove the CD, press the 0 but-  
ton on the Unit.  
To pause, press the CD SELECT 3¥8 button on the Re-  
mote Control or the SELECT 3¥8 button on the Unit. The  
playback time blinks on the display.  
DO NOT apply any shock to the Panel when  
it is open.  
DO NOT clean the Panel when it is open.  
To cancel pause, press the same button again. Play con-  
tinues from the point where it was paused.  
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Using the CD Player  
To Play MP3 Discs  
To Select a Track or Passage within a Track  
In the stop mode or during playback, press the Number but-  
ton on the Remote Control to select the track you want.  
The selected track starts playing.  
Insert a disc.  
1
The Unit searches for the disc (it may take time), and  
the following information appears on the display.  
For the track number more than 10, press the +10  
button then the Number button.  
OR  
During playback, press the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. but-  
ton to select the track you want.  
The selected track starts playing.  
Press the NEXT ¢ button once to skip to the  
beginning of the next track.  
(For Audio CDs and Video CDs)  
Press the 4 PREV. button to skip to the beginning  
of the track being played. Press twice quickly to skip  
to the beginning of the previous track.  
(For MP3 Discs)  
Press the 4 PREV. button to skip to the beginning  
of the previous track.  
Group number blinks Track number  
Select a track to start playing with.  
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1. Press the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button to select  
the group you want, then press the CD SELECT 3¥8  
button on the Remote Control (or the SELECT 3¥8  
button on the Unit). The track number starts blinking.  
2. Press the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button to select  
the track you want to start playback with, then press  
the CD SELECT 3¥8 button on the Remote Control  
(or the SELECT 3¥8 button on the Unit) again.  
Search Play  
Holding down the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button, during  
playback, will fast forward/backward the CD so you can  
quickly find a particular passage in the track you are listen-  
ing to.  
Track title scrolls*  
• The < or > and  
or  
buttons on the Remote Control  
operate the same as the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button  
does.  
Programming the Playing Order  
of the Tracks  
Group number  
Track number blinks  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can program the playing order of the tracks.  
I You can program up to 50 tracks in any desired order in-  
cluding the same tracks.  
I You can only make a program when the CD Player is  
stopped.  
Track number  
Playback time  
* Only a maximum of 10 characters (including spaces  
between words) can be shown on the display. The  
exceeding characters will be ignored.  
Insert a CD.  
1
2
3
4
Press the CD SELECT 3/8 button.  
Playback starts with the selected track of the selected  
group.  
Press the 7 button to stop the CD.  
To stop playing and remove the CD, press the 0 but-  
ton on the Unit.  
Press the PLAY MODE button until the  
PROGRAMindicator appears.  
To pause, press the CD SELECT 3¥8 button on the Re-  
mote Control or the SELECT 3¥8 button on the Unit. The  
playback time blinks on the display.  
PLAY  
MODE  
To cancel pause, press the same button again. Play con-  
tinues from the point where it was paused.  
PROGRAM  
(To be continued on the next page)  
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Using the CD Player  
Press the Number button to select the  
track to program.  
5
Random Play  
(Using the Remote Control)  
The tracks will play in random order when you use this  
mode.  
Each time you press the Number button, the selected  
track is added to the program.  
For the track number more than 10, press the +10  
button then the Number button.  
To enter Random Play mode, stop playback first.  
Program order number  
Press the PLAY MODE button until the  
RANDOMindicator appears.  
1
Press the CD SELECT 3/8 button.  
The tracks are played in random order.  
2
PROGRAM  
Repeat step 5 to select the other tracks  
for the program.  
6
To skip a track during playback, press the NEXT ¢  
button to jump to the next track in the random sequence.  
Press the CD SELECT 3/8 button.  
The System plays the tracks in the order you have pro-  
grammed them.  
To exit Random Play mode, while the CD Player is  
stopped, press the PLAY MODE button (or the 7 button) to  
turn off the RANDOMindicator and carry out Normal  
Play.  
7
I Press the NEXT ¢ button once to skip to the beginning  
of the next track in the program.  
Repeating Tracks  
I (For Audio CDs and Video CDs)  
Press the 4 PREV. button to skip to the beginning of  
the track being played. Press twice quickly to skip to the  
beginning of the previous track in the program.  
(For MP3 Discs)  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can repeat all tracks or individual track, as many times  
as you like.  
Press the 4 PREV. button to skip to the beginning of  
the previous track in the program.  
Press the REPEAT button.  
The Repeat indicator changes with each press of the button,  
as shown below.  
I To stop playing, press the 7 button once.  
=
ALL=blank display = (back to the  
To confirm the programmed tracks, while the CD  
player is stopped, each time press the NEXT ¢ or  
4 PREV. button; the tracks making up the program will  
successively appear in the programmed order.  
beginning)  
:
Repeats one track.  
ALL: In Normal Play mode, repeats all the tracks.  
In Program Play mode, repeats all the tracks  
in the program.  
To exit the program mode once, while the CD Player  
is stopped, press the PLAY MODE button (or the 7 button  
twice) to turn off the PROGRAMindicator and carry out  
Normal Play.  
In Random Play mode, repeats all the tracks  
in random order.  
To exit Repeat mode, press the REPEAT button until the  
Repeat indicator on the display goes out.  
To Modify the Program  
Modify the contents of the program while the CD Player is  
stopped.  
Child Lock  
Each time you press the CANCEL button, the last track in  
the program is deleted. To add new tracks to the end of the  
program, repeat above step 5.  
(Using the Unit)  
You can prevent the unwanted CD ejection by locking.  
Before proceeding, check the position of the NEXT ¢  
button, then turn off the System.  
To delete all the tracks in the program, press the  
7
button.  
To Lock the CD Ejection  
While holding down the NEXT ¢ button, press the %  
button.  
LOCKEDappears on the display.  
To Release the Lock  
Perform the same procedure when you locked.  
UNLOCKEDappears on the display.  
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Using the Video CD Player (Video CDs)  
Panel  
PREV. SELECT  
RETURN  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
9
7
10  
+10  
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
MPX  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
MPX  
VCD No.  
SET  
VCD No.  
ON SCREEN  
VCD No.  
PBC  
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
AHB PRO  
PREV.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
CD SELECT  
PREV.  
NEXT  
VOL +/–  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
NEXT  
STILL  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
RETURN  
DIMMER  
Track number, Playing time, Preset number  
VIDEO INTRO  
REPEAT  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
SLEEP  
RETURN  
PLAY  
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
PLAY  
OPEN  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
MODE  
VOLUME  
OPEN  
HIGHLIGHT  
/CLOSE  
PROGRAM RANDOM  
ALL  
Play mode indicators Repeat indicators  
* When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.  
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.  
You can play video CDs (with or without the Playback Con-  
trol (PBC) function) to watch the picture on your TV while  
listening to the sound on video CDs.  
SVCDs, DVDs, CD-G, CD-I or CD-ROM Discs cannot be  
used.  
Within 5 seconds, press the NEXT ¢  
(or 4 PREV.) button to select the TV  
system.  
Each time you press the button, the TV system changes  
as follows:  
3
4
PAL: : for PAL exclusive TV  
I Before playing video CDs  
Make sure that the connection between the System  
and your TV is correct. (See page 7.)  
PAL NTSC  
NTSC: : for NTSC exclusive TV  
PAL AUTO  
PAL AUTO: for multisystem TV  
7
Within 5 seconds, press the button.  
Setting the TV System  
(Using the Remote Control)  
To view a picture of video CDs, it is required to set the Sys-  
tems TV system according to your TV system.  
• If you play a video CD of NTSC system in PAL AUTO  
system on a PAL exclusive TV, the image may be  
distorted. If this happens, change to “PAL”.  
• When you play a video CD of NTSC system in PAL AUTO  
system on a multisystem TV, the image may blink for a  
moment. This symptom occurs when the System detects  
the formula of the video CD and is not a malfunction.  
Relationship among the playable CDs, Systems  
TV system and your TV system:  
Systems TV  
system  
Playable CD  
Your TV system  
NTSC/PAL  
NTSC/PAL  
NTSC/PAL  
NTSC  
NTSC  
PAL  
PAL  
Selecting the Audio Channel  
PAL AUTO  
Multisystem  
This function may be used for CDs that support multiplex  
function. In addition to the normal stereo sound output, you  
can select L channel or R channel independently.  
Turn off the System.  
1
2
7
Press and hold the button.  
Press the MPX button on the Remote Control.  
Each time you press the button, the selected channel chang-  
es as follows:  
The current TV system (PALfor example) appears on  
the display for 5 seconds.  
NORMAL (Stereo)  
LCH MONO  
RCH MONO  
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Using the Video CD Player (Video CDs)  
To move through the next menu, press  
the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button.  
3
4
Playing Video CDs with PBC  
Function  
Press the Number button to select the  
item (track) in the menu.  
The next menu appears or the playback of the selected  
track starts.  
Pressing & RETURN returns to the previous menu.  
The next track will be automatically played after the cur-  
rent track is finished.  
While a part of movie is displayed on the TV in step 2,  
pressing the CD SELECT 3¥8 button causes the track  
being played to play from the beginning.  
(Using the Remote Control)  
The System provides a Playback Control (PBC) function  
which utilizes a procedure (menu selection) programmed in  
a video CD.  
What is the Playback Control (PBC) function?  
The PBC function allows you to enjoy the following fea-  
tures:  
Menu-Driven Play  
You can interact with the TV screen using a menu dis-  
play to select and play an entry.  
High-resolution still image display  
You can display high-quality images four times clearer  
than video pictures.  
To pause, press the CD SELECT 3¥8 button.  
To resume pause, press the CD SELECT 3¥8 button.  
To stop playback, press the 7 button.  
To select other item during playback, repeat step 4.  
I For operation, refer to the instructions supplied for the  
video CD.  
I You can play video CDs with PBC function using the  
menu screen (Menu-Driven Play) or without using the  
menu screen (Normal Play).  
• Program Play, Random Play and Repeating Tracks cannot  
be made in this Menu-Driven Play.  
• When the power is turned off, the disc is changed, or a  
source other than CD is set (e.g. Tuner, AUX), the PBC ON  
mode changes back to PBC OFF.  
• Some video CDs with the PBC function may not  
automatically play the next track after the current track is  
finished. This depends on the PBC program writing.  
• The playback operation procedure may differ depending  
on the video CD you use.  
• Sometimes due to improper manufacturing, video CDs will  
function differently.  
Basic Remote Control Button Functions for Menu-  
Driven Play:  
Playing Video CDs with the PBC Function  
Using the Menu Screen (Menu-Driven Play)  
Remote Control  
Function  
4 PREV. / NEXT ¢ Move through menu.  
I Before playing, make sure that Repeat indicator “  
ALLis not appearing. If appearing, press the  
REPEAT button on the Remote Control until it goes out.  
I Also, make sure that the PROGRAMor RANDOM”  
indicator is not appearing. If appearing, press the PLAY  
MODE button on the Remote Control until it goes out.  
or  
1 10, +10  
Select a specific menu item.  
CD SELECT 3/8  
Enters the selected video CD  
number or item. When a part  
of movie is displayed on the  
TV screen, starts playing that  
track from the beginning.  
Insert a video CD with the PBC function.  
In stop mode, press the PBC button until PBC ONap-  
pears on the display.  
1
& RETURN  
Returns to the previous menu  
during playback.  
Each time you press the button, the display alternates as  
follows:  
PBC ON Ô PBC OFF  
• The buttons on the Unit operate the same as the buttons  
on the Remote Control do.  
Press the CD SELECT 3/8 button.  
2
PBCappears on the display and the first menu will  
appear on the TV screen.  
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Using the Video CD Player (Video CDs)  
1
2
3
Menu screen  
1
Press  
3
2
&
&
RETURN.  
1
2
3
Moving  
picture  
1
2
Press  
RETURN.  
1
2
3
1
2
To next screen  
Moving  
picture  
Moving  
picture  
Moving  
picture  
Moving  
picture  
Still  
picture  
Still  
picture  
Moving  
picture  
Moving  
picture  
To previous  
screen  
Press  
RETURN.  
&
A selection menu appears when you start playing a video  
CD with the PBC function. The selection menu shows a list  
of numbers for selection. Some video CDs may show mov-  
ing pictures or a divided screen.  
When a list of numbers is displayed, selecting a number  
shows its contents.  
Playing Video CDs with PBC  
Function without Using the  
Menu Screen (PBC OFF)  
When a moving picture is displayed, pressing the  
CD SELECT 3¥8 at the time when a part of the movie  
you desire is shown plays the movie.  
When the selection menu re-appears after you have  
played your selection, selecting a number again can  
replay its contents. (Some video CDs may show the  
menu screen several times.)  
When NEXTand PREV.appear, pressing  
NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. can change the selection  
menu.  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can play video CDs with the PBC function without  
using the menu screen, as if they were without the PBC  
function.  
Insert a video CD with the PBC function.  
1
In stop mode, press the PBC button  
until PBC OFFappears on the display.  
2
After playback, press & RETURN to go back to the  
previous screen. Some video CDs may return you to the  
menu screen shown before playback.  
Each time you press the button, the display alternates as  
follows:  
PBC OFF Ô PBC ON  
For Program Play, Random Play, Repeating  
Tracks:  
Select the mode by pressing respective buttons in the  
same way as for audio CDs. (See pages 20 21.)  
• When using the REPEAT function, the PBC function is not  
available.  
Press the CD SELECT 3¥8 button to  
play the video CD.  
3
Playing Video CDs without the  
PBC Function  
Basic playback procedures for video CDs are the same as  
for audio CDs. (See pages 17 21.)  
When you start playing a video CD without the PBC  
function, VCDappears on the display.  
• During playback a Video CD, the following operations  
may distort the image on the TV screen:  
Searching for the beginning of the track, Skipping the  
tracks, or Pausing the tracks.  
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Using the Video CD Player (Video CDs)  
Viewing the Highlights of Video CDs  
Various Functions to Enhance  
Your Enjoyment  
You can view nine highlight scenes of the selected track on  
a video CD. These highlight scenes are created by dividing  
the track equally into nine portions and the beginning (7 sec-  
onds each) of those nine scenes are shown on the TV screen.  
(Using the Remote Control)  
You can use the following features.  
Insert a video CD.  
1
Frame-by-Frame Playback  
Press the HIGHLIGHT button.  
The Highlight Play starts and shows in sequence, the  
first 7 seconds of nine divided highlight scenes on the  
TV screen for one minute.  
2
Frame-by-Frame Playback is possible only when moving  
pictures (of the video CDs with or without the PBC func-  
tion) are played.  
During playback, press the STILL button to pause  
the video CD and then press the STILL button again.  
Each time you press the STILL button, the picture advances  
by one frame. During Frame-by-Frame Playback, no sound  
comes out.  
To resume Normal Play, press the CD SELECT 3¥8  
button.  
TV screen will show the below:  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
Display of Operating Status  
To select the track, press the VCD No. 9 or (  
button.  
You can view the current operating status on the TV screen.  
Press the ON SCREEN button.  
Each time you press the button, the track number and play-  
ing time are displayed on the TV screen.  
Press the Number button to select the  
highlight number.  
3
Playback starts from the selected scene.  
Viewing the Video Intro of Video CDs  
To stop and cancel the Highlight Play, press the 7  
button.  
You can check the contents of a video CD.  
Insert a video CD.  
PBC OFFis displayed.  
1
• Before the Highlight Play of a video CD with the PBC  
function, make sure that “PBC OFF” is displayed. (See  
“Playing Video CDs with PBC Function without Using the  
Menu Screen (PBC OFF)” on page 24.)  
• When a highlight scene is selected, playback starts from  
the beginning of the highlight scene, but not from the still  
image shown on the TV screen (the part shown is the last  
part of the highlight scene, not its beginning).  
• During the Highlight Play, image shown on the TV screen  
may be partially distorted, resulting from noises or  
incorrect manufacturing of the CD.  
• Pressing the HIGHLIGHT button only starts the Highlight  
Play of the first track. To start the Highlight Play of another  
track, press the NEXT ¢ button.  
Press the VIDEO INTRO button.  
The Video Intro Play starts and the first 7 seconds of  
nine tracks are played in sequence.  
2
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
To view the Video Intro after the ninth track, press  
the VCD No. 9 button. To return to the first nine  
tracks, press the VCD No. ( button.  
Press the Number button to select the  
track. Normal Play starts from the  
selected track.  
3
For the track number more than 10, press the +10  
button then the Number button.  
To stop and cancel the Video Intro Play, press the 7  
button.  
• During the Video Intro Play, image shown on the TV  
screen may be partially distorted, resulting from noises or  
incorrect manufacturing of the CD.  
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Using External Equipment  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
9
7
MD/AUX  
10  
+10  
MPX  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
VCD No.  
PBC  
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
SOURCE  
PREV.  
SELECT  
NEXT  
RETURN  
VOL  
AHB PRO  
PREV.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
RETURN  
DIMMER  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
SLEEP  
PLAY  
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
SOURCE  
OPEN  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
VOLUME  
Listening to External Equipment  
Recording the System’s Source  
to External Equipment  
You can listen to external equipment such as MD recorder,  
tape deck or other auxiliary.  
You can record the Systems source to external equipment  
which is connected to the MD/AUX-IN/OUT or CD DIGI-  
TAL OUT terminals of the System, such as MD recorder or  
tape deck, etc.  
I First make sure that the external equipment is properly  
connected to the System. (See pages 7 and 8.)  
Press the MD/AUX button.  
MD/AUXappears on the display.  
1
I First make sure that the external equipment is properly  
connected to the System. (See pages 7 and 8.)  
Play the Systems CD Player or tune in to a  
station.  
On the Unit, press the SOURCE button until  
MD/AUXappears on the display.  
I The recording level is not affected by the VOLUME level  
set by the System. Also it is not affected by the sound ef-  
fects.  
Start playing the external equipment.  
2
• For operation of the external equipment, refer to its  
Instructions.  
• During playing a video CD or using the tuner, no signals  
come out from the CD DIGITAL OUT terminal.  
• For operation of the external equipment, refer to its  
Instructions.  
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Using the Timers  
STANDBY/ON  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
FM/AM  
MD/AUX  
9
7
10  
+10  
ON time, OFF time, Source, Volume  
MPX  
CANCEL  
VCD No.  
VCD No.  
PBC  
SET  
SET  
ON  
SCREEN  
AHB PRO  
PREV.  
BASS  
TREBLE  
CD SELECT  
NEXT  
STILL  
SLEEP  
Timer indicator  
PREV.  
NEXT  
VIDEO  
INTRO  
HIGH  
LIGHT  
RETURN  
DIMMER  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
REPEAT  
SLEEP  
SLEEP  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
PLAY  
FM  
MODE  
MODE  
SLEEP indicator  
OPEN  
COLOR  
DISPLAY  
/CLOSE  
VOLUME  
* When the System is in use, the display shows other items as well.  
For simplicity, we show here only the items described in this section.  
The timers let you control listening functions automatically.  
Press the SET button.  
The minute digits of the time indication rapidly blink on  
the display.  
4
Setting the Clock  
Press the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button  
to set the minute.  
5
6
(Using the Remote Control)  
When you plug the AC power cord into the wall outlet,  
the time indication 0:00blinks on the display.  
Press the SET button.  
The selected time is set and the seconds start counting  
from 0.  
• The clock must be correctly set for the timers to work.  
CAUTION:  
If there is a power failure, the clock loses its  
setting after about 20 minutes. 0:00blinks  
on the display and the clock must be reset.  
Press the % button.  
1
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
CLOCK  
/TIMER  
PREV.  
NEXT  
• The clock may gain or lose one to two minutes per month.  
• The  
or  
button operates the same as the 4 PREV.  
or NEXT ¢ button does.  
Press the CLOCK/TIMER button.  
The hour digit of the time indication rapidly blinks on  
the display.  
2
3
Press the NEXT ¢ or 4 PREV. button  
to set the hour.  
Pressing the NEXT  
and pressing the  
Press and hold the button to move the time rapidly.  
¢
button moves the time forwards  
4
PREV. button moves it backwards.  
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Using the Timers  
Setting the OFF time (Example: 13:30).  
1. Press the SET button.  
2
Setting the Daily Timer  
The hour digit of the OFF time blinks on the display.  
(The same time as the ON time will be automatically  
set.)  
(Using the Remote Control)  
Once you have set the Daily Timer, the timer will be acti-  
vated at the same time every day.  
The Timer indicator ( ) on the display shows that the Dai-  
ly Timer you have set is in effect.  
When the Timer Indicator ( ) is displayed, the timer is  
activated.  
Set the hour you want the Unit to be turned off, using  
the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ button.  
When the Timer Indicator ( ) is not displayed, the  
timer is deactivated.  
Setting the ON time (Example: 10:15).  
1. Press the CLOCK/TIMER button.  
TIMERappears on the display.  
1
2. Press the SET button.  
The minute digits of the OFF time blink on the dis-  
play.  
When the clock is not set, 0:00appears on the  
display. Set the clock first.  
2. Press the CLOCK/TIMER button again. The hour  
digit of the ONtime blinks on the display.  
Set the minute you want the Unit to be turned off, us-  
ing the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ buttons.  
Press the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ button to set the  
hour you want the Unit to be turned on.  
Pressing the NEXT ¢ button moves the time for-  
wards and pressing the 4 PREV. button moves it  
backwards. Press and hold the button to move the  
time rapidly.  
Selecting the music source.  
1. Press the SET button.  
The TUNERor CDblinks on the display.  
2. Press the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ button to select  
the music source you want to listen to.  
The display changes as shown below:  
TUNERÔCDÔ(back to the beginning)  
3
4
Setting the volume level.  
1. Press the SET button.  
3. Press the SET button.  
The minute digits of the ON time blink on the display.  
The current volume setting blinks on the display.  
2. Press the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ button to select  
the volume level.  
--  
: The current volume level will be used.  
0 to 50 : When the timer is turned on, the Volume  
will be automatically set to the selected  
level.  
Set the minute you want the Unit to be turned on, us-  
ing the 4 PREV. or NEXT ¢ button.  
Press the SET button.  
The timer setting is completed and the Timer indicator  
5
(
) appears on the display. The display shows the  
each setting of the Timer and returns to the display be-  
fore you set the Timer.  
(To be continued on the next page)  
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Using the Timers  
Before turning off the System, prepare  
the music source selected in step 3.  
6
Setting the Sleep Timer  
TUNER: Tune in to the desired station.  
(Using the Remote Control)  
CD:  
Insert a CD. (Playback will start from the first  
track at Timer on.)  
Use the Sleep Timer to turn the System off after a certain  
number of minutes when it is playing. By setting the Sleep  
Timer, you can fall asleep to music and know that your Sys-  
tem will turn off by itself rather than play all night.  
Press the % button to turn off the Sys-  
tem.  
In Standby mode, you can see the Timer indicator (  
on the display.  
7
I You can only set the Sleep Timer when the System is on  
and a source is playing.  
)
When the timer turns on, the Timer indicator starts  
blinking and the prepared source in step 6 will be  
played.  
Play a CD or tune in to the desired sta-  
tion.  
1
Press the SLEEP button.  
The SLEEPindicator appears.  
When the clock is not set, 0:00appears on the  
display. Set the clock at first.  
To confirm the timer setting  
2
Press the CLOCK/TIMER button, then press the SET  
button. Each setting appears on the display.  
To cancel the timer  
Press the CLOCK/TIMER button, then press the  
CANCEL button. The Timer indicator ( ) goes out.  
Set the length of time you want the  
source to play before shutting off.  
Each time you press the SLEEP button, it changes  
the number of minutes shown on the display in this  
sequence:  
3
To re-activate the cancelled timer  
Press the CLOCK/TIMER button, then press the SET  
button. The Timer indicator ( ) appears.  
To change the timer setting  
Repeat the setting procedure from the beginning.  
10  
20  
30  
60  
90  
120  
CAUTION:  
Cancelled (not appearing on the display)  
If the System is unplugged, or a power fail-  
ure occurs, the timer setting will be lost.  
You will need to reset the clock first, then  
the timer.  
The selected number of minutes for the Sleep Timer will go  
out 5 seconds later and the display returns to the original one  
before setting the Sleep Timer. (The display is dimmed.)  
The System is now set to turn off after the number of min-  
utes you set.  
To Confirm the Sleep Time  
When the SLEEP button is pressed, the remaining sleep  
time appears. Wait until the display returns to the original  
display.  
To Cancel the Sleep Timer Setting  
Press the SLEEP button until the SLEEPindicator goes  
out on the display.  
Turning off the System also cancels the Sleep Timer.  
I If you are setting the Daily Timer, the System will be  
turned on at the set time to wake you up.  
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Care and Maintenance  
Handle your CDs carefully, and they will last a long time.  
General Notes  
Compact Discs  
In general, you will have the best performance by keeping  
your CDs and the mechanism clean.  
Store CDs in their cases, and keep them in cabinets or on  
shelves.  
Only CDs bearing these marks  
can be used with this System.  
However, continued use of irregu-  
lar shape CDs (heart-shape,  
octagonal, etc.) can damage the  
System.  
Keep the Systems Panel closed when not in use.  
Cleaning the Unit  
Do not stick a paper tape or a seal  
on the reading side or the label  
side.  
If you do so, the CD may not be  
unloaded, or the System can be  
damaged.  
Stains on the Unit  
Should be wiped off with a soft cloth. If the Unit is heavi-  
ly stained, wipe it with a cloth soaked in water-diluted  
neutral detergent and wrung well, then wipe clean with a  
dry cloth.  
Since the Unit may deteriorate in quality, become dam-  
aged or get its paint peeled off, be careful about the fol-  
lowings.  
- DO NOT wipe it with a hard cloth.  
- DO NOT wipe it strong.  
- DO NOT wipe it with thinner or benzine.  
- DO NOT apply any volatile substance such as insecti-  
cides to it.  
- DO NOT allow any rubber or plastic to remain in con-  
tact with it for a long time.  
Remove the CD from its case by  
holding it at the edges while press-  
ing the cases center hole lightly.  
Do not touch the shiny surface of  
the CD, or bend the CD.  
Put the CD back in its case after  
use to prevent warping.  
Be careful not to scratch the sur-  
face of the CD when placing it  
back in the case.  
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight,  
temperature extremes, and mois-  
ture.  
A dirty CD may not play cor-  
rectly. If a CD does become dirty,  
wipe it with a soft cloth in a  
straight line from center to edge.  
CAUTION:  
Do not use any solvent (for example, con-  
ventional record cleaner, spray thinner,  
benzine, etc.) to clean a CD.  
Moisture Condensation  
Moisture may condense on the lens inside the System in the  
following cases:  
After turning on heating in the room.  
In a damp room.  
If the System is brought directly from a cold to a warm  
place.  
Should this occur, the System may malfunction. In this  
case, leave the System turned on for a few hours until the  
moisture evaporates, unplug the AC power cord, and then  
plug it in again.  
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Troubleshooting  
If you are having a problem with your System, check this  
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.  
list for a possible solution before calling for service.  
Symptom  
No sound is heard.  
Possible Cause  
Action  
Connections are incorrect, or loose.  
Check all connections and make  
corrections. (See pages 3 to 8.)  
Disconnect the headphones.  
Headphones are connected.  
Poor radio reception.  
The antenna is disconnected.  
The AM Loop Antenna is too close to the  
System.  
Reconnect the antenna securely.  
Change the position and direction of the  
AM Loop Antenna.  
The FM Wire Antenna is not properly  
extended and positioned.  
Extend FM Wire Antenna to the best  
reception position.  
The CD skips.  
The CD is dirty or scratched.  
Clean or replace the CD.  
The CD does not play.  
The CD is upside down.  
Put the CD in with the label side up.  
Replace the disc.  
Check if all the files on the disc have the  
extension code .MP3, .Mp3, .mP3, or  
.mp3.  
No MP3 files are recorded on the disc.  
MP3 files do not have the extension code  
.MP3, .Mp3, .mP3, or .mp3.  
MP3 files are not recorded in the format  
compliant with ISO 9660 Level 1 or  
Level 2.  
Insert a CD-R or CD-RW that is recorded  
in MP3 format compliant with ISO 9660  
Level 1 or Level 2.  
The disc readout time is too long.  
The readout time varies with the complexity Do not use too many hierarchies and directo-  
of the recording configuration.  
ries when recording. Also, do not record any  
other types of audio tracks together with  
MP3 files. (See page 18.)  
Unable to operate the Remote Control.  
Noise is generated.  
The path between the Remote Control  
and the sensor on the Unit is blocked.  
The batteries have lost their charge.  
Remove the obstruction.  
Replace the batteries.  
You are playing a compatible disc including  
non-MP3 files. 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, .Mp3, .mP3, or .mp3.)  
Insert a compatible disc that is not including  
non-MP3 files.  
The image on the TV screen is distorted.  
The picture of the video CD is distorted.  
TV system is not matching.  
Select the correct TV system. (See page 22.)  
This is not a malfunction.  
When you pause or skip the track, the  
pictures will be distorted.  
Operations are disabled.  
The built-in microprocessor has  
malfunctioned due to external electrical  
interference.  
Unplug the System then plug it back in.  
CD NO DISCappears.  
There is no disc loaded.  
Insert a disc.  
CANNOT PLAYappears.  
The CD-R or CD-RW that hasnt yet been  
finalized (including blank discs) has been  
inserted.  
Insert a CD-R or CD-RW that has been  
finalized.  
The disc has been inserted with its label  
side down.  
An incompatible MP3 disc has been  
inserted. Some MP3 discs may not be  
played back because of their disc  
characteristics, damage or strains.  
Remove the disc and insert it with the  
label side front or up. (See page 19.)  
Insert a compatible MP3 disc.  
The characters and symbols on the display  
appear upside down.  
The DISP.SET switch on the rear panel of  
the Center Unit has not been set correctly.  
Set the DISP.SET switch correctly.  
(See page 10.)  
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Specifications  
Amplifier  
Output Power  
Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz)  
Center Unit  
38 W (19 W + 19 W) at 4 (Max.)  
Dimensions*  
(CA-VSDT88V/CA-VSDT68V)  
MD/AUX IN  
Output Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz)  
500 mV/47 kΩ  
325 mm 86 mm 237 mm (W/H/D)  
Mass*  
(CA-VSDT88V)  
(CA-VSDT68V)  
* without Stand and Legs  
MD/AUX OUT  
CD DIGITAL OUT 21 dBm - 15 dBm  
(Optical out)  
500 mV/5 kΩ  
Approx. 4.0 kg  
Approx. 3.9 kg  
Speaker terminals  
Subwoofer out  
Phones  
4 - 16 Ω  
440 mV/6 kΩ  
Speaker Specifications (each unit)  
SP-VSDT88V  
16 - 1 kΩ  
0 - 15 mW/ch output into 32 Ω  
Speakers  
Impedance  
Dimensions  
Mass  
8 cm cone  
4 Ω  
125 mm 293 mm 129 mm (W/H/D)  
CD Player  
Signal-To-Noise Ratio  
1.4 kg  
100 dB (typical)  
(Headphone output: 56 dB (Min.))  
Unmeasurable  
Video CD (with/without Playback Con-  
trol function), Audio CD  
MPEG 1/2 Audio Layer 3  
320 kbps  
Wow And Flutter  
Playback Disc  
SP-VSDT68V  
Speakers  
Impedance  
Dimensions  
Mass  
8 cm cone  
4 Ω  
124 mm 255 mm 124 mm (W/H/D)  
MP3 recording format  
Max. Bit rate  
1.4 kg  
Tuner  
FM Tuning Range  
AM Tuning Range  
Accessories  
87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz  
531 kHz - 1 710 kHz  
(at 9 kHz channel space)  
530 kHz - 1 710 kHz  
Power Cord (1)  
AM Loop Antenna (1)  
Remote Control (1)  
Batteries R6P (SUM-3)/AA (15F) (2  
FM Wire Antenna (1)  
Speaker Cords (2)  
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(at 10 kHz channel space)  
Video Cord (1)  
Stand (1) (for Center Unit)  
Legs (2) (for Stand)  
Screw (1) (for Stand)  
Paper Pattern (1)  
Power Specifications  
Power Requirements  
Power Consumption  
AC 220 V ~, 50 Hz  
41 W (power on mode)  
3.4 W (on standby with power save  
mode off)  
2.1 W (on standby with power save  
mode on)  
Dimensions for Installation (CA-VSDT88V/CA-VSDT68V)  
Vertical Position  
325 mm  
(On the wall)  
(With Legs)  
PHONES  
PHONES  
301.5 mm  
COMPACT COMPONENT SYSTEM  
140 mm  
105.5 mm  
237 mm  
Horizontal Position  
86 mm  
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Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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生产组装:中日合资上海 JVC 电器有限公司  
工厂地址:上海市浦东新区外高桥保税区日京路 68 号  
Registered Trademark owned and licensed by VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.  
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